The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks is highlighting the accessibility of fishing for all. The agency emphasizes that you don’t need to be an expert to enjoy a day on the water.
According to the department, some of the best fishing memories come from teaching a child to cast, spending time with family, or simply enjoying the outdoors. National Fishing and Boating Week serves as a reminder that outdoor activities are meant to be shared, one cast, one boat ride, and one memory at a time.
The department encourages Mississippians to grab their families, invite friends, and explore the state’s waters together. The message promotes outdoor recreation as a way to build connections and create lasting memories.
Jon R Myers is the executive editor of Alcorn County News and the founder of the Mississippi News Group, which he started in 2013 to cover communities across North Mississippi. He also founded the Mississippi Sports Group in 2006, which grew from a single community publication into a statewide network covering high school and college athletics. He reports on local government, public safety, schools and community life in Corinth and Alcorn County, working from public meetings, agency records and interviews with the people involved. Contact him at editor@alcornnewsms.com with news tips or corrections. For a correction, include the article link and supporting source material.
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